Principal Talent Acquisition Team Lead - RPO

Bristol Based - Hybrid

Competitive Salary + Market‑Leading Bonus Scheme

Are you ready to shape the future of talent acquisition? As a Principal Talent Acquisition Partner, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving recruitment excellence, influencing strategy, and mentoring high‑performing teams within a complex RPO environment. This is a senior role where you’ll combine hands‑on delivery with strategic impact, owning critical hires, guiding stakeholders, and elevating recruitment outcomes across multi‑region programs.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end‑to‑end recruitment for senior, specialised, or business‑critical roles.
• Design and deliver innovative sourcing strategies aligned with client goals.
• Build trusted relationships with hiring managers and HR partners, advising on workforce planning and market insights.
• Provide stakeholders with salary benchmarking, competitor intelligence, and talent trends.
• Mentor and coach Talent Acquisition Partners, ensuring delivery quality and client satisfaction.
• Use data and analytics to optimise recruitment processes and present actionable insights.
• Collaborate across teams and supply chain partners to ensure compliance and excellence.
• Represent the employer brand at industry events and share workforce intelligence.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of full‑cycle recruitment experience (RPO or in‑house).
• Proven success sourcing talent in Engineering, IT, Finance, or Corporate functions.
• Experience leading or mentoring recruitment teams in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Strong proficiency with ATS, CRM, and sourcing platforms.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to workforce planning, talent intelligence, or supplier management.
• Familiarity with recruitment marketing and employer branding.
• Active participation in industry networks or events.

What You’ll Bring

• A results‑driven mindset with the ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, using data and judgment to make sound decisions.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A passion for mentoring and developing others.
• The ability to influence strategy and deliver measurable business impact.

This role offers the chance to make a visible impact, lead complex hiring initiatives, and grow as a trusted adviser in talent acquisition. If you’re ready to take your recruitment career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

We are global leaders in workforce solutions and strategies. Our clients need to be agile and innovative to thrive in an unpredictable landscape. At Talent Solutions, we help them meet every challenge by addressing their most complex workforce needs. From Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) to Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions and world-class talent management – we get people. And together, we’ll shape the future.

We’re proud to have been voted one of the world’s most ethical companies for 16 consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical business practices. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can succeed on merit. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or disability. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer and happy to discuss flexible working.

Please note: We can only consider candidates who reside in the UK and hold full right to work.